Jonesboro police respond to stabbing on West Nettleton Avenue

A 25-year-old man was stabbed in the neck at a residence on West Nettleton Avenue in Jonesboro, Arkansas.

Apr. 12, 2026 at 6:49pm

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Jonesboro police responded to a reported stabbing incident on West Nettleton Avenue on Sunday afternoon. A 25-year-old man was stabbed in the neck at a residence and was taken to a local hospital for treatment. The Jonesboro Police Department's Criminal Investigation Division is investigating the incident.

Why it matters

Violent crimes like stabbings are concerning for the Jonesboro community and can impact public safety. The police response and investigation will aim to determine the circumstances around the incident and whether any charges will be filed.

The details

According to the Jonesboro Police Department, the stabbing occurred at 1905 West Nettleton Ave. at around 1:08 pm on Sunday. The 25-year-old victim was transported to an area hospital for treatment of the neck wound. Officers remained on the scene and at the hospital as the Criminal Investigation Division began their investigation into the incident.

  • The stabbing was reported to police at 1:08 pm on Sunday, April 12, 2026.

The players

Sally Smith

The public information official for the Jonesboro Police Department.

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What’s next

The Jonesboro Police Department's Criminal Investigation Division will continue to investigate the circumstances around the stabbing incident and determine if any charges will be filed.

The takeaway

While the details are still emerging, this violent crime in Jonesboro highlights the importance of public safety and the need for thorough police investigations to understand the root causes and potential solutions to reduce such incidents in the community.